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A U D I O I I
Version 1.5
S h a r e w a r e
Copyright (c) 1988 by Rod Whisnant
Version Date: July 15, 1988
User's Manual
Non-Registered Version
Preface
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AUDIO II version 1.5 is primarily a program designed to
print cassette inserts on an IBM PC/XT/AT PS/2 or compatible
using virtually any dot matrix type printer. It was primarily
designed to eliminate the tedious process of writing on the
cassette inserts supplied by the manufacturers of blank
cassettes. The manufacturer's inserts were OK but, always looked
tacky when I was through. AUDIO II corrects this problem by
printing a visually appealing insert to make it easy for the user
to locate cassettes and songs.
AUDIO II is a Shareware program. This means that program
distribution depends on people sharing software. People who
"use" the program are encouraged to make a donation to the
author. Whether you keep this program or not, I encourage you to
copy and share this program with others.
If you try AUDIO II and find it useful to you, please
support the development of the program by sending your contribu-
tion. I suggest $10.00 but you can decide what it is worth to
you. I don't believe $10.00 is too much to ask for a program of
this type. It's hard to find a good commercial program for
$10.00. Contributors will receive notice of upgrades and fixes
and will receive the next version if desired. Registered user's
will receive the "enhanced" version of AUDIO II as soon as it is
available, due in September 1988.
I thank you your support, and would appreciate any comments,
suggestions and contributions. Send all correspondence to the
following address:
Rod Whisnant
7501 Donal Avenue
Liberty, MO 64048
Disclaimer
I offer this program as is, with no warranty. I guarantee
no compatibility with your system and will not be responsible for
damages resulting for the use or inability to use this program.
Trademarks
IBM PC/XT/AT and PS/2 and registered trademarks of
International Business Machines. dBASE is a trademark of Ashton
Tate.
Introduction
------------
I started programming AUDIO II because I was tired of
writing cassette inserts every time I made a tape. And with my
handwriting, most of the time, the inserts were unreadable or
simply didn't look appealing. Typing the inserts was a pos-
sibility but, why should I type them when I have a $5000.00
machine sitting on my desk that could do the same thing, only
better. AUDIO II was written in Turbo Pascal with some assembly
language routines to make screen I/O faster. AUDIO II has been
about 9 months in development and extensive testing has been done
on this version. It is my opinion that all of the bugs have been
located and fixed but, there may be one or two still lurking. If
you have a problem please don't hesitate to write.
Requirements
------------
An IBM PC/XT/AT PS/2 or compatible using DOS 2.0 or above
with a dot matrix printer. I recommend using at least 256K but,
AUDIO II takes up only approximately 60K of RAM. AUDIO II will
work on CGA, EGA, VGA color or composite monitors and cards,
monochrome monitors and cards and LCD laptop displays. Certain
other composite monitors and cards may also suffice.
What's New With AUDIO II?
-------------------------
Version 1.5 of AUDIO II has the following enhancements and
improvements:
-New menu styling.
-New printer configuration option to allow for
virtually any dot matrix printer to be supported.
-New On-line-Help to give a brief explanation of
functions and keys.
-Date in automatically set to current (system) date.
-More printer options.
-Default configuration can be saved to a file.
-More logical input screen. Enter now moves
down columns for easier song entry.
-Longer song, heading and title fields.
-Improved screen-writing procedures, faster and better
support for higher resolution screens, EGA & VGA.
-Improved windowing routines, faster and more
efficient.
-Minor bug fixes.
-New user's manual
Printers Supported
------------------
The following printers have been tested using AUDIO II and
appeared to work fine:
-Brother Line Printer
-Epson MX
-Epson RX
-Epson FX
-IBM Proprinter
-IBM Proprinter XL
-IBM Proprinter XL24
-IBM Graphics Printer
-Okidata Line Printer
-Panasonic Line Printer
For Registered User's
---------------------
An enhanced version of AUDIO II will be available
approximately in October of 1988. The version will only be
available to registered users and will be FREE! Well not
necessarily free because you did have to spend $10.00 to become
registered. This enhanced version will included the following
and much more:
-Ability to save inserts for later use.
-Ability to retrieve inserts into the AUDIO II
environment.
-Ability to produce a dBASE III compatible audio tape
data base of all your AUDIO II files.
-More extensive On-Line help.
-Control of screen colors and options.
-Ability to save and retrieve multiple printer
configurations and defaults.
-Enhanced user's manual on disk.
Remember this version will only be available for registered
users. Another version will probably be available at the same
time without as many features for non-registered users.
Starting AUDIO II
-----------------
The format for using AUDIO II is as follows:
A>AUDIO II {C}
The C option is optional and should be used only on
systems with a composite, monochrome or LCD display.
After you load AUDIO II from DOS the main program/data entry
screen will appear. The cursor will be positioned in the field
TITLE and you're ready to begin.
Explanation of FIELDS
---------------------
The following entry fields are used in AUDIO II:
TITLE: There are two fields called title. These fields can
be used to enter the name of the artists or groups.
The fields will be printed in bold on separate lines
one above the other. They will be located on the end
of the insert and can be used to represent side a or b,
or the tape as a whole.
HEAD A/B: These fields are used to enter the headings to be
printed on the side face of cassette insert. They can
be used to represent the name of the artist's cassette.
They will be printed above the songs on the large
insert face.
DATE A/B: These fields are initially set to the current
(system) date. The dates may be edited or simply
deleted although, deletion is not necessary to omit
them from the printed insert (see Special Keys, Alt-P).
The date fields are commonly used for the date the tape
was recorded. They will be printed on the short side
of the insert below the bar lines, if they are printed.
SONGS: These fields are used to enter the actual songs or
works. The numbers to the left are for reference
purpose only although, they may be printed (see Special
Keys, Alt-P). The songs are printed in two columns one
for side a and the other for side b. They will be
located on the large face of the insert.
The fields do not necessarily need to be used for the
purpose they were intended. You may create your own style of
insert by experimenting with the options. If in doubt about the
insert format print a sample insert.
Editing Keys
------------
Up, Down Arrows: Moves the cursor up and down one field at
a time.
Left, Right Arrows: Moves the cursor left and right within
field, not left a field/right a field.
Alt-D: Deletes field cursor is in.
Alt-E: Erases all fields. An "Erase Entire Screen?" window
will appear as a precautionary measure. Simply type Y
or N for Yes or No to continue.
Ctrl-Right Arrow, Tab: Moves the cursor to the next field
to right.
Ctrl-Left Arrow, Back-Tab : Moves the cursor to the next
field to left.
Enter : Moves the cursor to the next logical field.
Del : Deletes character under cursor.
Backspace : Deletes one character before cursor and moves
the cursor back one space.
Special Keys
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Alt-P : Used to print the cassette insert with the
following options:
Use Epson Non-ASCII Format: Used for Epson printers
not supporting upper-ASCII characters. The two
bar lines will be printed using bit-image mode.
Use ASCII Line Characters: Can be used on printers
supporting upper-ASCII characters. The border
lines for the insert will be printed using the
line characters.
Include Date on Insert: Used if the date is desired to
be printed on the insert. The date fields must be
non-blank.
Number Song Titles: Used if song numbering is desired
on the insert. If this option is used the song
fields are truncated two spaces to make room for
the numbers.
Eject Paper After Printing: Used to send a form feed
to the printer after the insert is printed.
All options are set by entering Y for Yes and N for No.
The fields may be moved through by using the cursor and
enter keys. After the desired options are set the insert
may be printed by pressing the End key. If the printer is
not ready an error message will be shown. Simply press a
key if this occurs to return to print window and check your
printer to make sure it is on line.
Pressing ESC while in the print window will cause a
return to the main editing screen.
Alt-C: Used to configure the printer codes and set default
printing options using the following fields.
Printer Initialization String
Printer Normal Font String
Printer Condensed Font String
Printer Enable Bold String
Printer Disable Bold String
Default Epson Non-ASCII Format
Default ASCII Line Characters
Default Include Date on Insert
Default Number Song Titles
Default Eject After Printing
The printer strings may be changed to support your
printer by enclosing any control code numbers in the <>
symbols. Example: Use <27> for control code number
27, ESC. All control code numbers must be two digits
for proper operation. Example: Use <09> instead of
<9>. Control code letters are entered without any
enclosures. Example: A complete string to setup for
international character set 0 and normal print on an
Epson RX-80 would be <27>R<00><18>. See your printer
manual for control code information specific to your
printer.
The default settings may be changed by entering a
Y for Yes and a N for No.
The settings are then saved to the file AUDIO.CNF.
When you start AUDIO II again the settings will be as
you specified so there is no need to change them each
time.
If the configuration file is not in the default
directory at run-time the configuration will change to
the initial default and the configuration file will be
unchanged. A configuration will only activate if it is
in the default directory.
Alt-H: Used to bring up the On-Line Help window. To exit
from this window press any key.
ESC: Used to exit AUDIO II and return to DOS. Enter Y for
Yes to return to DOS or N for No to continue on with
AUDIO II.
Final Notes
-----------
When you are finished printing your insert simply cut along
the outside lines and fold along the first two horizontal lines.
Then either put it in place of the cardboard insert supplied with
the cassette or place it over it. That's all there is to it!
About The Author
----------------
My name is Rod Whisnant and I am a college student at
Central Missouri State University majoring in Computer Science
and Mathematics. I have been programming for approximately 5
years. I enjoy music and have a wide variety of musical tastes.
I began writing this program as a way to combine my musical and
computer interests. It has taken many hours but, I feel the
effort is worth it. I hope you enjoy this program as much as I
did writing it.
AUDIO II Version History
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CASSETTE Version 1.0 Release February of 1988
AUDIO II Version 1.1 Not Released Formally
AUDIO II Version 1.2 Released May 1988
AUDIO II Version 1.3 Not Released Formally
AUDIO II Version 1.4 Not Released Formally
AUDIO II Version 1.5 Released July of 1988
Field Lengths
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The following is a list of field lengths that may be helpful in
determining input.
TITLE 30 characters
HEAD A 28 characters
HEAD B 29 characters
DATE 8 digits (only 6 editable)
SONGS (A) 30 characters
SONGS (B) 29 characters
PRINTER STRINGS 34 characters
DEFAULT SETTINGS 3 characters (only 1 editable)
ORDER FORM
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Mail To: Rod Whisnant
7501 Donal Avenue
Liberty, MO 64068
SERIAL Number of AUDIO II: ____________________________
(found in left hand corner of main screen)
Registration for AUDIO II _____ x $10.00 per copy = _______
(includes enhanced version when available)
Copies of AUDIO II ver. 1.5 _____ x $5.00 per copy = _______
(non-registered)
TOTAL = _______
NOTE: Make all checks payable to Rod Whisnant.
QUESTIONNAIRE
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Please take time to fill out this questionnaire. Send it
along with order or by itself. Thank you for your time.
RATINGS: 1-Excellent 2-Good 3-Fair 4-Poor 5-Bad 6-NA
Documentation:
Readability ____
Context ____
Writing Style ____
Overall ____
Program:
Ease of Use ____
Data Entry ____
Windows/Menus ____
Configuration ____
Printed Inserts ____
Display Screen ____
Execution Speed ____
Use of Colors ____
Overall ____
Suggestions or Comments: (please write below)
----------------end-of-author's-documentation---------------
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